Total War: Rome Remastered
Release Date: April 29, 2021
Strategy, RTS, turn-based, ancient history, war strategy, remaster/remake, ancient Rome, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
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Steam
Remaster of the 2004 cult classic Rome: Total War, improving and making the game more accessible to new audiences. Once again we take on the role of leader of one of the many available factions, trying to conquer Rome and become Emperor.
Total War: ROME REMASTERED is the refreshed version of the 2004 classic, Rome: Total War. The game takes us back to the glory days of the Roman Empire. Our task is to lead our chosen faction to greatness and gain the title of Emperor. Buying the remaster we get both official DLC - Barbarian Invasion and Alexander - and a copy of the original game with all add-ons.
Mechanics
The core gameplay remains unchanged. ROME REMASTERED is, like the other games in the series, a mix of turn-based and real-time strategy. It is based on two main elements, namely management and combat. Management works in a turn-based system. The map in the game is divided into provinces, the conquest of which is the main objective of the game. Gaining control over provinces we increase our territory, earn more thanks to taxes and enlarge our army. Conquered cities can be expanded by placing new buildings in them. For example, a city with barracks can produce better units, and a city with a port can send trade ships to other provinces. It is also important to take care of the family of our ruler. Family members can be assigned as town administrators or army generals. To achieve victory we must own fifty provinces and conquer Rome.
To conquer territory we have to take part in battles. These battles are played out in real time and place great emphasis on tactics. If we want to win, we have to use appropriate formations, flank the enemy and use the right strategy. Each unit has advantages and disadvantages. Infantry is powerful but slow. Cavalry maneuvers easily around opponents, but stands no chance in a fair fight with infantry. Artillery is almost immobile and very vulnerable to attacks, but is able to take down entire units on its own. The morale of our troops has a significant effect on the battle. If it drops too low, the troop will panic and flee the battlefield.
The remastered version adds many new elements aimed at making the game better and more accessible. The camera has been improved, allowing you to freely rotate and zoom in on the map. The diplomacy interface has become clearer. During combat, the player has access to a new tactical map that accurately depicts the situation on the battlefield. In addition, sixteen playable factions have been added to the game, bringing the total number of playable factions to thirty-eight.
Game modes
The game allows to play single player campaigns against the computer. However, we can also face our friends in multiplayer games. Multiplayer is cross-platform and allows Windows, Mac and Linux owners to play together.
Technical aspects
The graphics in Rome Remastered have been drastically improved and presents a high level of detail. Units, buildings and objects have been completely re-modelled. Weather effects such as mirages and dust clouds are present on maps. Maps have been refreshed and received new models. The game supports 4K and Ultra HD resolutions.
Videos and Screens
[1:17] Total War: Rome Remastered A New Look trailer
[1:33] Total War: Rome Remastered trailer #1
Sirus Gaming: 5 / 10 by Rhett Roxl
This is a strategy game that was highly revered for its time, but that time is long gone. Unless you’re a die-hard fan of the original game, there is no way you can say this game holds up today. Its AI and UI are dated and it is very inconsistent with the level of entertainment it provides.
GamesCreed: 4.5 / 5 by Sarwar Ron
Total War: Rome Remastered is a satisfying experience that lives up to one of the best strategy titles ever created.
WayTooManyGames: 8 / 10 by Thomas Medina
I honestly wonder why it was even chosen to be remastered, I feel like we’d be having a totally different conversation if it was Medieval instead. Still it’s here, it’s fun, and it looks great. So if you’re looking to experience some classic classic Total War gameplay, then this is exactly what you’re looking for. Everyone else, there are better Total Wars available. For cheaper too.
The main pros of the game
- Nostalgia Factor: Many players express a strong nostalgic connection to the original Rome: Total War, appreciating the opportunity to revisit the game with modern enhancements.
- Graphical Improvements: The remaster features updated graphics, including 4K support and some improved unit designs, which some players found appealing.
- New Features: The inclusion of new factions (e.g., Roman-Britons and Slavs), Steam achievements, and gameplay tweaks (like a more informative battle interface and map rotation) received positive feedback.
- Gameplay Mechanics: Some users noted improvements in AI performance and the overall gameplay experience, making it more enjoyable compared to the original.
- Modding Support: Players mentioned that mods significantly enhance the game, providing additional content and improvements.
The main cons of the game
- Frequent Crashes: A significant number of users reported regular crashes, which detracted from the overall enjoyment and stability of the game.
- Poor Performance: Many players experienced slow performance, long loading times, and stuttering, even on modern hardware.
- UI Changes: The revamped user interface was criticized for being less intuitive and more cumbersome than the original, with some describing it as worse than the mobile version.
- Inconsistent Graphics Quality: While some units were visually improved, many players felt that the overall graphical updates were inconsistent and did not meet modern standards, particularly in terms of terrain and building designs.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- AI Improvements: Some users noted that despite claims of enhanced AI, it still struggles with certain tactical situations (e.g., amphibious attacks) and pathfinding.
- Holistic Graphics Overhaul: Players expressed a desire for a more comprehensive graphical update, including better terrain and building graphics, rather than focusing primarily on unit designs.
- Optimized Performance Options: Users wished for options to reduce graphics quality for better performance, especially for those with lower-spec systems.
- Restoration of Original Features: Several players missed features from the original game, such as the cinematic videos for wonders, which were replaced with less engaging images in the remaster.
Summary
- Overall, while Total War: ROME REMASTERED has its share of pros, particularly in terms of nostalgia and some gameplay enhancements, the major issues with stability, performance, and UI changes have left many users feeling disappointed.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 71 votes. 76 players anticipated the game.
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The highly popular series of strategy games by British studio Creative Assembly. The series Total War successfully combines elements of turn-based strategy, based on resource management, as well as tactical battles fought in real time. Since 2005, the series has been under the publishing supervision of Sega. In 2010 it was decided to make a change in the naming of the series, making its main element a member of the Total War, previously being only a subtitle.
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Total War: Rome Remastered Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
Developer: Creative Assembly / Feral Interactive (PC)
Publisher: Sega
Total War: Rome Remastered System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: (30 fps / 1080p) Intel Core i3 / AMD FX-4000, 6 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 650 / Radeon HD 7750 or better, 45 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended: (60 fps / 1080p) Intel Core i5-4570 3.2 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 770 / Radeon R9 290 or better, 45 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
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